Movers, shakers, and history makers

Scott Kelly, an American astronaut, went to space in the 1990s and 2000s. In 2015, he spent nearly a year in space. While there, his body was compared to his twin's on the ground. The data helped us learn about the impacts of space on the human body. Learn more about Kelly's life as an astronaut.

Discusses the life of Bessie Coleman, the first female pilot with African American and Native American heritage.

In 1949, Dorothy Vaughan became the first African American woman to lead a team at NASA's Langley Research Center. Her work as a mathematician was an important part of helping the United States explore space. Read more about Vaughan's life as a famous mathematician.

R. L. Stine has written hundreds of children's books, including the scary, creepy Goosebumps series. His books have inspired TV shows and movies. Learn more about Stine's life as a famous writer.

Michaela DePrince was born in Sierra Leone and grew up in the United States. She rose to fame as a ballet dancer in the late 2000s. Learn more about DePrince's life as a famous ballerina.

Lil Nas X became famous in 2019 for the country rap song "Old Town Road." He collaborates with other musicians and aims to defy expectations. Learn more about Lil Nas X's life as a famous musician.

Dutch student Boyan Slat always loved inventing. A visit to the oceans of Greece inspired his greatest invention ever. Why were there more plastic bags than fish? How could he save the sea? Learn more about Boyan's Great Pacific Garbage Patch project; The Ocean Cleanup and his plastic cleanup invention, System 001; and the challenges behind removing trash from our oceans and rivers.

Discusses the life of Grammy-winning artist Lizzo and how she went from band kid to opening act to superstars.

Deaf actor Millicent Simmonds captivated audiences with her performances in Wonderstruck and A Quiet Place . She has appeared in music videos, TV episodes, and at awards shows that have brought awareness to how deaf people experience the world. Learn more about this talented young actor and how she intends to give deaf people the space to tell their own stories.

Explores the life and career of Chance, a famous rapper from Chicago, Illinois.